Chapter 14, Problem 47E

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation: The best acid for preparing a buffer of $\text{pH}=7.00$ from the table $13\text{-}2$ and the method for preparation of this buffer solution is to be stated.

Concept introduction: A buffer solution is an aqueous solution having the potential to maintain it’s $\text{pH}$ even when a small amount of an acid or a base is added to it. A buffer solution is consisting of weak acid and its conjugate base or vice versa. A buffer solution can be acidic, basic and neutral depending upon its constituent compounds.

To determine: The best acid for preparing a buffer of $\text{pH}=7.00$ from the table $13\text{-}2$ and the method for preparation of this buffer solution